NOT LISTED FOR SALE

178 South St Reading, MA 01867

Estimated Value: $1,339,000 - $1,485,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,542 Sq Ft
$397/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 19, 2020

Last sale price $950,500 $268 Per Sq Ft

Est. 48% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,883/month

220 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Covered Deck
  • Porch
  • Joshua Eaton Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • French Doors

About This Home

As of March 2020

Don't Let Days on Market Fool you! This home is stunning! ~A GEORGIAN COLONIAL~ The JOSEPH DAMON HOUSE does not disappoint!! There is (EVEN IN-LAW POTENTIAL!!) The Charm of an antique home w/stunning wood beams, builtins, fireplaces in many rooms, yet the modern amenities that the most discerning buyer is looking for. GRANITE ISLAND, SUB ZERO REFRIGERATOR, SURROUND SOUND, Double Ovens, dual washing machines. A Custom BUTLERS PANTRY. HISTORY BUFFS DON'T PASS GO!! You can Relax or entertain in your large FAMILY ROOM addition which flows seamlessly onto your HUGE MAHOGANY DECK & sits in the HUB of the home and serves as an excellent entertaining space. This oasis overlooks the YARD OF YOUR DREAMS on an expansive 0.82 ACRES!! The DAMON has a Huge 1st FLOOR Master ensuite & a 2nd FLOOR Master BR w/ 2nd laundry! If space is something you are looking for, the expansive BARN has lots of space to play or entertain in, plus a home office!! GREAT COMMUTER LOCATION!! 12 ML to BOSTON!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Katie Varney

Classified Realty Group Listed on: 06/13/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Kim Perrotti

Leading Edge Real Estate

Leading Edge Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,934

Year Built

  • Built in 1765

Lot Details

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned S15

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Interior Spaces

  • French Doors
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Two Cooling Systems Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Heating System Uses Oil

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:003.0-0000-0054.0

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,934

Year Built

Built in 1765

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Style: Colonial, Antique, Saltbox, Georgian
  • Other Agent: 2.50
  • Year Built Description: Certified Historic, Renovated Since
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 282.02
  • Comp Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1765
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1765

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: French Doors, Wired for Surround Sound
  • Appliances: Range, Wall Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • No Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 24X18, Bathroom - Full, Ceiling - Cathedral, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Main Level, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Slider
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 16X15, Bathroom - Full, Ceiling - Beamed, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood, Dressing Room, Remodeled
  • Bedroom 3: On Level: Second Floor, Fireplace, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 4: On Level: Second Floor, Fireplace, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: First Floor, Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bathroom 2: On Level: First Floor, Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Countertops - Upgraded, Main Level
  • Bathroom 3: On Level: Second Floor, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood, Dressing Room, Dryer Hookup - Dual, Remodeled, Pedestal Sink
  • No Rooms: 12
  • Dining Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 15X15, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Family Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 22X20, Bathroom - Half, Ceiling - Vaulted, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Main Level, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead
  • Kitchen: On Level: First Floor, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Main Level, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Country Kitchen, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Second Dishwasher, Slider
  • Laundry: On Level: First Floor, Flooring - Hardwood, Dryer Hookup - Dual, Remodeled
  • Living Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 15X15, Fireplace, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Basement: Y
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Bulkhead, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement
  • Other Room 1: Name: Bathroom, On Level: Second Floor, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Other Room 2: Name: Second Master Bedroom, On Level: Second Floor
  • Other Room 3: Name: Bonus Room, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead
  • Other Room 4: Name: Office, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Main Lo: B95141
  • Main So: AN4643
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3542.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Post & Beam
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Covered Patio/Deck, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
  • Foundation: Fieldstone

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: Off-Street
  • Parking Spaces: 6
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Heated, Storage
  • Garage Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Electric Features: 220 Volts
  • Sewage District: MWRA
  • Cooling: 2 Units, Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heating: Steam, Oil
  • Heat Zones: 5
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School

Schools

  • Elementary School: CALL SUPT
  • Middle School: Parker
  • High School: Reading High

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 843600.00
  • Acre: 0.82
  • Lot Size: 35508.00
  • Page: 107
  • Parcel Number: M:003.0-0000-0054.0
  • Zoning: S15
  • Lot Description: Paved Drive, Cleared

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 12004.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 730310

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 1999
Sold by
178 South St Nt and Sargent
Bought by
Donnellan John J and Donnellan Nancy R
Current Estimated Value
$1,406,441

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Interest Rate
7.53%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Donnellan John J $479,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hagan Robert A $190,000
Open Hagan Robert A $724,500
Closed Donnellan John J $417,000
Closed Donnellan Nancy R $417,000
Closed Donnellan John J $143,900
Closed Donnellan John J $150,000
Closed Donnellan John J $375,000
Closed Donnellan John J $300,700
Closed 178 South St Nt $30,000
Closed 178 South St Nt $350,000
Previous Owner 178 South St Nt $175,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/19/2020 03/19/20 Sold $950,500 -4.8% $268 / Sq Ft
01/19/2020 01/19/20 Pending -- -- --
01/10/2020 01/10/20 Price Changed $998,900 0.0% $282 / Sq Ft
09/03/2019 09/03/19 For Sale $999,000 +5.1% $282 / Sq Ft
08/16/2019 08/16/19 Off Market $950,500 -- --
07/30/2019 07/30/19 Pending -- -- --
06/13/2019 06/13/19 For Sale $999,000 -- $282 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $12,934 $1,135,600 $578,200 $557,400
2024 $12,797 $1,091,900 $555,400 $536,500
2023 $12,428 $987,100 $500,800 $486,300
2022 $11,993 $899,700 $455,200 $444,500
2021 $12,823 $928,500 $436,200 $492,300
2020 $12,340 $884,600 $415,100 $469,500
2019 $6,308 $843,600 $395,400 $448,200
2018 $11,052 $796,800 $372,900 $423,900
2017 $10,562 $752,800 $351,800 $401,000
2016 $10,046 $692,800 $317,700 $375,100
2015 $9,712 $660,700 $302,500 $358,200
2014 $9,080 $616,000 $281,400 $334,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72518154

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: READ-000003-000000-000054